Sample The Rainbow: Lipstick Colors You Need Now

The hottest shades, textures and formulas for spring.

Sephora + Pantone Universe Radiant Rush Matte Lipstick in Radiant Orchid - The Pantone color of 2014 is Radiant Orchid, aka the stunning shade of this limited-edition moisturizing lipstick. Once you apply the creamy formula in the morning, it promises to have staying powers that make it last all day. We like that. By Metanoya Z. Webb  (Photo: Saphora + Pantone Universe)

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Sephora + Pantone Universe Radiant Rush Matte Lipstick in Radiant Orchid - The Pantone color of 2014 is Radiant Orchid, aka the stunning shade of this limited-edition moisturizing lipstick. Once you apply the creamy formula in the morning, it promises to have staying powers that make it last all day. We like that. By Metanoya Z. Webb (Photo: Saphora + Pantone Universe)

Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics Lip Tar in Beta  - Decorate your pout with a serious splash of color with a rich, neon orange formula that combines the longevity of lipstick with the foolproof application of a gloss. Get into it if you haven't already.   (Photo: Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics)

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Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics Lip Tar in Beta - Decorate your pout with a serious splash of color with a rich, neon orange formula that combines the longevity of lipstick with the foolproof application of a gloss. Get into it if you haven't already. (Photo: Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics)

NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Dragon Girl  - If you’re in the dark about NARS’s matte lip pencil in Dragon Girl, allow us to bring you into the light. The pigment-rich stick delivers a creamy matte finish that won’t dry the lips and looks fantastic on. Simply put, it’s one of the best darn reds in the biz.    (Photo: NARS)

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NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Dragon Girl - If you’re in the dark about NARS’s matte lip pencil in Dragon Girl, allow us to bring you into the light. The pigment-rich stick delivers a creamy matte finish that won’t dry the lips and looks fantastic on. Simply put, it’s one of the best darn reds in the biz.  (Photo: NARS)

Bite Beauty Luminous Crème Lipstick in Violet - Looking for a universally flattering color that you can rock all spring long? We vote for Bite Beauty’s crème lipstick in magenta violet. Trust us on this one.   (Photo: Bite Beauty)

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Bite Beauty Luminous Crème Lipstick in Violet - Looking for a universally flattering color that you can rock all spring long? We vote for Bite Beauty’s crème lipstick in magenta violet. Trust us on this one. (Photo: Bite Beauty)

Dolce & Gabbana Classic Cream Lipstick (Sicilian Jewels Collection) in Topazio  - Golden Byzantine mosaics were the theme on D&G’s 2014 runway, and thankfully for us, the bold, rich color showed up in a luxurious lipstick that exudes majestic sensuality.   (Photo: Dolce & Gabbana)

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Dolce & Gabbana Classic Cream Lipstick (Sicilian Jewels Collection) in Topazio - Golden Byzantine mosaics were the theme on D&G’s 2014 runway, and thankfully for us, the bold, rich color showed up in a luxurious lipstick that exudes majestic sensuality. (Photo: Dolce & Gabbana)

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Buxom Full Bodied Lipstick in Exhibitionist  - Looking for a major plumping effect without the uncomfortable tingle? Boxum’s full-coverage lip color in vivid magenta offers just that. Seriously, how can you not like Exhibitionist? It’s gorgeous.    (Photo: Buxom)

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Buxom Full Bodied Lipstick in Exhibitionist - Looking for a major plumping effect without the uncomfortable tingle? Boxum’s full-coverage lip color in vivid magenta offers just that. Seriously, how can you not like Exhibitionist? It’s gorgeous.  (Photo: Buxom)

Illamasqua Intense Lipgloss in Gender  - You’re bound to draw attention to your mouth and you when you step out in Illamasqua’s bright, sky blue lip gloss. Word from the wise: keep the rest of your makeup minimal and allow your pout to take center stage.   (Photo: Illamasqua)

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Illamasqua Intense Lipgloss in Gender - You’re bound to draw attention to your mouth and you when you step out in Illamasqua’s bright, sky blue lip gloss. Word from the wise: keep the rest of your makeup minimal and allow your pout to take center stage. (Photo: Illamasqua)

Make Up For Ever Rouge Artist Intense in Satin Blueberry  - Oxblood in the spring? Why not! This highly pigmented dark berry delivers intense color in just one stroke.   (Photo: Make Up For Ever)

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Make Up For Ever Rouge Artist Intense in Satin Blueberry - Oxblood in the spring? Why not! This highly pigmented dark berry delivers intense color in just one stroke. (Photo: Make Up For Ever)

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Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Pur Couture Glossy Stain Peche Cerra-Cola - A vibrant glossy peach stain may not be for everyone, but if you can pull it off, go for it. YSL’s revolutionary new product offers the light-weight texture and shine of a gloss with the long wear of a stain.   (Photo: Yves Saint Laurent Rouge)

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Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Pur Couture Glossy Stain Peche Cerra-Cola - A vibrant glossy peach stain may not be for everyone, but if you can pull it off, go for it. YSL’s revolutionary new product offers the light-weight texture and shine of a gloss with the long wear of a stain. (Photo: Yves Saint Laurent Rouge)

Bite Beauty Matte Crème Lip Crayon in Kumquat - We’ll be honest, the delicious citrus scent of Bite Beauty’s limited-edition lip crayon is a major selling point for us. The daring shades get us, too.   (Photo: Bite Beauty)

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Bite Beauty Matte Crème Lip Crayon in Kumquat - We’ll be honest, the delicious citrus scent of Bite Beauty’s limited-edition lip crayon is a major selling point for us. The daring shades get us, too. (Photo: Bite Beauty)